Bill > SB2828

This bill amends Mississippi Code Section 17-13-11 to modify the process for agreements involving local governmental units, specifically adding new requirements for agreements that involve county officials like sheriffs, chancery clerks, circuit clerks, tax assessors, or tax collectors. Under the proposed changes, such agreements must now be submitted directly to the respective county official for approval, review, and execution, following the same standards and processes currently used by the Attorney General. The bill requires these county officials to review the agreement to ensure it meets legal requirements, with a similar 60-day window for approval or disapproval as currently exists for Attorney General review. The bill also updates gender-specific language throughout the existing statute, replacing "he" with "he or she" to be more inclusive. Additionally, the bill maintains existing requirements that such agreements must be filed with the county chancery clerk and Secretary of State, and preserved as public records. The new provisions will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving local governments and county officials time to prepare for the updated agreement submission and approval process.

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